Thubelihle Moyo
Housekeeping/caregiver
Pretoria West
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Raslouw Retirement Home, adept at enhancing patient quality of life through personalized care and emotional support. Skilled in medication administration and chronic disease management, I foster strong relationships while ensuring safety and dignity for clients. Committed to promoting independence and well-being in every interaction.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Raslouw Retirement Home
Pretoria West
2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
Education
Degree in Caregiving - Caregiver Couse
Taashelping Hands
Southafrica Skills
Elderly care
Basic housekeeping
Patient companionship
Patient care
Mobility assistance
Meal preparation
Personal hygiene assistance
Verbal and written communication skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Incident reporting
First aid and safety
Progress documentation
Emotional support
Team collaboration
Dependable and responsible
Documentation
Daily living assistance
Chronic disease management
Housekeeping
Respectful and compassionate
Multitasking and organization
Relationship building
Care plan adherence
Compassionate care
Direct patient care
ADL assistance
Active listening
Problem-solving
Medication and appointment reminders
Supportive companionship
Dementia care
Special needs care
Flexible schedule and availability
Strong ethics
Disability support
Compassionate communication
Housekeeping tasks
Client transportation
Medication administration
Flexible schedule
Language fluency
Medical records management
Heavy lifting
Physical therapy support
Medical record-keeping
Medication management
Patient management
Records maintenance
Patient assessments
Alzheimer's care
End-of-life care
PPE usage
Hoyer lifting equipment
Timeline
Caregiver
Raslouw Retirement Home
2025 - Current
Degree in Caregiving - Caregiver Couse
Taashelping Hands